Tambo FC 2–3 AS Binah – Togolese Premier Division, 17 May 2026

AS Binah fought back from a goal down to claim a thrilling 3‑2 victory over Tambo FC on 17 May 2026 in a Togolese Premier Division encounter that had everything – early goals, a red card, and a dramatic late winner. The result keeps AS Binah’s push for a top‑three finish on track, while Tambo FC remain in the relegation mire.

Match Overview

The match exploded into life inside the opening 10 minutes. Tambo FC, playing at their home ground in Kpalimé, took the lead in the 8th minute when striker Kossi Agbéko headed in from a corner. However, their joy was short‑lived: AS Binah equalised just four minutes later through a long‑range strike from midfielder Komlan Amétépé that sailed into the top corner.

Key Moments

• 8th minute – 1‑0: Kossi Agbéko (Tambo) – powerful header from a well‑delivered corner.
• 12th minute – 1‑1: Komlan Amétépé (AS Binah) – unstoppable shot from 25 yards.
• 35th minute – 2‑1: Tambo regained the lead when winger Yawovi Assiongbo slotted home after a defensive error.
• 42nd minute – 2‑2: AS Binah equalised again through centre‑back Laté Lawson, who bundled in a free‑kick from close range.
• 67th minute – Red card: Tambo FC goalkeeper Kwami Dossouvi was sent off for a last‑man foul, leaving the hosts with 10 men.
• 79th minute – 2‑3: AS Binah’s substitute Amah Djobo turned in a low cross from the right to complete the comeback.

Tactical Battle

Tambo FC started aggressively, looking to exploit AS Binah’s shaky defensive record with direct balls into the box. Their early goal came from a set‑piece, but they struggled to maintain defensive discipline after taking the lead. AS Binah, under coach Kao Abalo, adjusted after the equaliser by pressing higher and dominating midfield possession. The sending‑off changed the game completely – Tambo dropped into a deep 4‑4‑1 formation, and AS Binah moved to a 3‑4‑3 to overload the flanks, eventually finding the winner.

Standout Players

• Komlan Amétépé (AS Binah) – Scored a stunning equaliser and ran the midfield with energy.
• Amah Djobo (AS Binah) – The super‑sub produced the winning goal and caused problems with his direct running.
• Kossi Agbéko (Tambo FC) – Scored and worked tirelessly alone up front, but was let down by his teammates’ defensive errors.

Table Context

AS Binah’s third consecutive win moved them to 4th in the Togolese Premier Division, four points behind leaders Maranatha FC with a game in hand. Tambo FC remained 15th, now five points adrift of safety. For a team battling relegation, this was a gut‑wrenching defeat, especially having twice been in front. The loss of goalkeeper Dossouvi to suspension adds to their worries.